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Mark Chapman

Overview

Mark Chapman (born 1994) is a cricketer who has represented both Hong Kong and New Zealand at the international level. A left-handed batsman, he is among a small number of players to have appeared in international cricket for two different national sides.

Key Facts

Full name Mark Chapman
Born 1994
Sport Cricket
National sides Hong Kong; New Zealand

Background

Chapman's career has spanned associate and full-member international cricket. He first emerged on the international circuit with Hong Kong before later being selected to play for New Zealand, the country with which he also has connections.

Disambiguation

The name Mark Chapman is shared by several notable individuals across different fields. The cricketer should not be confused with the following people, who are listed for clarity:

  • Mark Chapman (broadcaster) (born 1973) – British sports journalist and presenter.
  • Mark Chapman (theologian) (born 1960) – British Anglican theologian.
  • Mark David Chapman (born 1955) – American, known for the murder of musician John Lennon.
  • Mark Lindsay Chapman (born 1954) – English film and television actor.
  • Mark Chapman (American football) (born 1994) – American football wide receiver.
  • Mark Chapman – guitarist associated with the band A.

Significance

Within cricket, Chapman is notable for his transition between two international teams, a comparatively rare occurrence permitted under International Cricket Council (ICC) eligibility rules in specific circumstances. His career illustrates the pathway some associate-nation cricketers take when joining full-member sides.

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